Project Architect

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a talented Project Architect for immediate employment in our Virginia Beach office.  This position will work on a variety of interesting projects mostly in the Federal sector.

Primary job function include but are not limited to the following:

• Performing basic architectural/engineering calculations
• Preparing specifications, reports and related data tables
• Maintaining liaison with design and drafting groups
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving drawings as required
• Under the direction of the Supervising Architect, may independently perform advanced technical assignments of various complexities within approved schedules and budgets
• May coordinate technical and administrative activities with employees in other disciplines and other departments participating on an assigned project
• May assist in the training and evaluation of assigned architectural and design/drafting personnel
• May review and approve conceptual designs
• May assist in the development of new architectural methods and techniques

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture plus four (4) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• An Architecture license is required for this position, (preferably in VA with NCARB)
• Due to the nature of this work, U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and six (6) years of relevant experience
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, and PowerPoint
• Experience in public safety-related projects such as police facilities, emergency operation centers, emergency communication centers, and training facilities.
• Certification as a LEED Accredited Professional by the USGBC
• Experience with SketchUp Pro, Adobe Creative Suites, or other related graphic software
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Diverse knowledge of architectural principles and practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
•  Experience in DoD and Federal Government related projects, UFCs, and standards,

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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